Manchester United told they made right decision on 'world class' Cristiano Ronaldo

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Manchester United made the right decision to keep veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer, according to former midfielder Paul Ince.

The 37-year-old expressed his desire to leave Old Trafford in the summer in search of Champions League football. However, despite a number of clubs showing interest in the forward, a move failed to materialise and Ronaldo has remained part of Erik ten Hag's first-team squad.

Ronaldo has registered one goal in eight appearances so far this term. However, he has only started on three occasions and has been utilised as an impact substitute in the past month.

He has played 378 minutes this season for United, but could be set to feature against Manchester City in the derby on Sunday, with Marcus Rashford a fitness doubt. ALSO READ: Ronaldo's sister says player is 'on his knees' and calls out his 'ungrateful' critics A number of former players and pundits have previously suggested that United should have sold Ronaldo in the summer transfer window, but Ince believes that the Real Madrid legend 'has an influence on the pitch', despite his lack of minutes.